BSc Biotechnology

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University of Nottingham

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• Objectives
  This degree aims to apply recent developments in molecular and cell biology to a wide range of industrially important problems. Particular emphasis is placed on recent advances in animal, plant and microbial biotechnology. Topics covered include animal cloning, genetically modified crops and the detection of food pathogens.
• Entry requirements
  Required subjects: two A level science subjects (can include maths and geography), together with additional GCE Advanced levels or AS levels in other subjects IB score: 24-30 (including specified grades in science subjects and English Language)
• Academic title
  BSc Biotechnology
• Course description
  BSc Biotechnology
  
  Programme
  
  Year one
  
  During the first year, you will study core modules in Biochemistry, Genetics and Cell Biology, Whole Organism Biology, Industrial Applications of Biology, Mammalian Physiology, Plant Physiology and Microbial Physiology. There is also the opportunity to choose other suitable modules according to your individual interests in the animal, plant or microbial areas.
  
  Year two
  
  Core modules include Mammalian Biochemistry, Plant Biotechnology, Molecular Pharming and Genome Studies. During the second and third year, the number of optional modules increases.
  
  Year three
  
  You may choose to specialise entirely in animal, plant or microbial biotechnology; a research project is also undertaken in one of these subject areas

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